Mitsubishi PocketProjector PK10 User manual

Using The Mitsubishi PK10 Pocket Projector
with the Ubuntu Linux Operating System
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Digital LED Projector [Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
Introduction
These instructions will teach you how to use a Mitsubishi PK10 Pocket Projector with
Ubuntu Linux, using a video graphics array (VGA) connector cable. The majority of
Linux users have some technical skills and this tutorial is specifically designed for those
users, although it will include enough detail for novice users to get up and running as
well. It also assumes that you will be using the pocket projector for presentations that
require you to project your computer screen onto a pull-down screen or a white or
pastel-colored wall, and that you will be demonstrating technical work or presenting a
PowerPoint-style slide show. Finally, the computer or laptop that you use must have the
option to hook up a separate monitor to it with a VGA connector cable. To find out this
information, consult the owner’s manual for your computer in order to check if this
option is available.
The instructions will show you how to adjust the settings in Ubuntu Linux so that the
projector will display exactly what is on the screen, in real time. For more general
instructions and to explore all of the features of the Mitsubishi PK10 Pocket Projector go
to http://office.manualsonline.com/manuals/mfg/mitsubishi/pk10.html?idRes=105535 for

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the full manufacturer’s manual in digital form.
Introduction (continued)
This tutorial will be organized as follows:
Table of Contents
Introduction –Pages 1-3
Description of the equipment –Page 4
Materials that you will need –Page 5
Connecting the projector –Pages 6-7
Adjusting the display settings in Ubuntu Linux –Pages 8-10
Focusing the projector display –Page 11
Troubleshooting –Page 12
Works Cited/Referenced Images –Pages 13-14
Tips for getting the most out of this tutorial:
Be sure that you have all of the necessary materials
Follow each step in order
In each row of the step by step instructions, the images in the left column of
correspond to the numbers in the center column and the text in the right column
for each step
Keep this tutorial handy for future reference
Optional tools needed for this tutorial:
Flat/Standard screwdriver (the VGA cable has slots for a screwdriver, but it is not
necessary –it is easily tightened by hand)
Screen to project image (a light-colored or pastel-colored wall will also work)
Warnings:
The projector and computer you will use in this tutorial are both electric
devices that will be plugged into a wall outlet. Exercise caution to avoid
electric shock!
The projector uses an LED bulb that is fragile and expensive to replace. Be
careful when handling the projector and avoid dropping it or handling it
roughly so that you do not damage the bulb.

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Introduction (continued)
Why are these instructions necessary?
In order for you to properly connect and use your Mitsubishi pocket projector on Ubuntu
Linux, without damaging the projector or mistakenly adjusting the display settings in a
way that could cause errors on your operating system, you should use this tutorial
instead of risking your hardware or software.
These instructions will save you time and they will get you ready for presentations faster
and without hassle by taking the guesswork out of using the Mitsubishi PK10 Pocket
Projector with Ubuntu Linux.
This tutorial is also excellent for professionals who work in a Linux environment. With so
many servers now using Linux and more and more Web Developers using Linux, this
tutorial will help users to avoid having to track down a computer with Mac OSX or
Windows to do demonstrations and presentations to clients and coworkers alike.

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Description of the Mitsubishi PK10
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Digital LED Projector Top [Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
Focus Dial
Lamp Indicator Light
Power Indicator Light
Charge Indicator Light
Menu Button
Power Button
Enter Button
Auto Position Button
Video Button
Computer Button
Down Direction Button
Fig. 1

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Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Digital LED Projector Side [Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
Materials You Will Need
S-Video Terminal
Video Terminal
VGA In Terminal
A/C Adapter Power Supply Port
Fig. 2

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Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Digital LED Projector
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
Mitsubishi PK10 Pocket Projector Unit
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Linux Laptop
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
Computer or Laptop Computer with a VGA port
and Ubuntu Linux operating system
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). VGA Cable
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
VGA connector cable
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). A/C Adapter
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
A/C Adaptor Cable (Included with projector)
Connecting the Projector

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Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Linux Laptop
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
1
Be sure your computer is turned off.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). A/C Adapter
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
2
Plug the A/C adapter power supply
for the projector unit into a wall
outlet.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). A/C Adapter in
Projector [Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
3
Plug the A/C adapter power supply
into the projector unit in the A/C
Adapter Power Supply Port.
See Fig. 2 on page 4 for extra reference.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). VGA in Projector
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
4
Plug the VGA connector cable into
the projector unit in the VGA In
Terminal.
See Fig. 2 on page 4 for extra reference.
Connecting the Projector (continued)

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Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). VGA in Projector
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
5
Use your fingers or a screwdriver to
tighten the plastic-coated screws that
are on each side of the VGA
connector plug.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). VGA in Laptop
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
6
Plug the other end of the VGA
connector cable into the computer’s
VGA In Terminal.
Make sure the computer is still turned off.
The location of VGA In Terminal will vary
based on the particular computer.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). VGA in Laptop
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
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Use your fingers or a screwdriver to
tighten the plastic-coated screws that
are on each side of the VGA
connector plug.
Adjusting the Display In Ubuntu Linux

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Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Linux Laptop
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
1
Turn on the computer.
The projector should be fully connected to
the computer before turning the computer
on.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Digital LED Projector
Top [Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
2
Turn on the projector by pressing the
Power Button.
See Fig. 1 on page 4 for extra reference.
The projector should project its default blue-
colored screen onto the wall or movie
screen and the power indicator light should
be green.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Desktop 1
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
3
On the desktop of the computer, click
the Settings icon.
This icon is on the left navigation bar and it
has a wrench and a gear on it.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Settings Icon [Photograph],
Retrieved July 1, 2012.
Adjusting the Display In Ubuntu Linux (continued)

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Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Desktop 2
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
4
Click the Displays icon to access the
display settings.
This icon has a computer monitor and a
measuring device on it.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Displays Icon [Photograph],
Retrieved July 1, 2012.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Desktop 3
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
5
Take a moment to look over the
display settings screen.
The default display settings treat the
projector as a second screen and allow you
to move windows and applications over to
the projector, but for most Information
Technology (IT) presentations (and for the
scope of this tutorial), we want the projector
screen to show exactly what you are doing
on the desktop in real-time.
Fillman, S. (Photographer). (2012). Mirror Display
[Photograph], Retrieved July 1, 2012.
6
Click the Mirror displays checkbox.
This will enable the feature that allows a
real-time desktop display on your projector
screen.